Wrongful Death
Wrongful Death
After losing a loved one due to someone else's negligence, you may face substantial financial hardship as well as emotional trauma. At the Law Offices of Jose R. Fernandez, P.A., our team of wrongful death attorneys have a deep understanding of your situation.
We will help you recover compensation that can lessen the financial burden and help you move forward as you recover from your loss.
When an individual dies due to the negligence or misconduct of another, surviving family members may seek monetary damages to compensate for their loss of financial and emotional support. In the state of Florida, any relative who was dependent on the deceased for financial or emotional support may file a claim (including spouses, children, parents, other relatives and adopted siblings).
That said, there is a time limit for filing a wrongful death lawsuit in Florida. As such, it is important to contact a wrongful death attorney as soon as possible.
While taking legal action may be the last thing on your mind when you accept your loss, we encourage you to act quickly to preserve your ability to file a lawsuit.
Statistics show that nearly 800 children die each year in the U.S. in motor vehicle crashes. Statistics also report 12,000 injuries annually leading to more than 100 deaths involving school buses.
As published by the U.S. Coast Guard, approximately 8,000 boating accidents occur each year and more than 700 are fatal. The construction industry accounts for the highest total of worker fatalities with 937 fatalities annually.
There are few things in life more difficult than the sudden loss of a loved one due to an accident. The sudden or accidental loss of a family member or loved one affects a family for a lifetime. Ahile no amount of money can replace a loved one, a wrongful death claim can help affected families obtain compensation for their losses and consequences.
When someone dies due to the negligence of another, a defective product, a criminal act, or when the victim dies before trial, few attorneys do not understand how available remedies may differ. Careful analysis by an experienced wrongful death attorney is essential when deciding to file a claim.
Damages or monetary recovery potentially available to a victim's estate include:
- Loss of earnings
- Post-incident medical bills
- Funeral bills
Florida's wrongful death statute has complex rules with numerous exceptions and exclusions.
+ 20 Years
Millions Recovered
Statewide
The Law Offices of Jose R. Fernandez, P.A. is a law firm dedicated to handling all types of personal injury cases. Our firm is recognized within the legal profession for its successful track record and excellent service to its clients.
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